How To Fix FIN_SEPA008 - The default values delivered by SAP are being used

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FIN_SEPA - Messages for Mandates in FIN

• Message number: 008

• Message text: The default values delivered by SAP are being used

What causes this issue?

Up to now, you have not maintained any priority rules in this client for
the <DS:DE.FSEPA_INST_CODE>Local Instrument Code</> and the
<DS:DE.FSEPA_LEADTIME>Lead Times</> of SEPA direct debits.

System Response

With this message, the system informs you that the priority rules
delivered by SAP are being used in the payment programs. These rules are
stored in client 000.

How to fix this error?

Check whether you can use the rules delivered by SAP. If you make
changes or implement enhancements, you can copy the entries from client
000 to the current client.

Procedure for System Administrators

If you want to use the rules delivered by SAP, no action is required.
If you want to copy the priority rules delivered by SAP to make changes
or implement enhancements, proceed as follows:
In this Customizing activity, choose:
<LS>Utilities -> Adjustment</>
Choose the connection of client 000 for this SAP system.
Carry out the steps for the adjustment:
<LS> Edit -> Select -> Select All</>
<LS> Edit -> Adjust</>
<LS> Edit -> Adjust -> Copy All Entries</>
Go back and confirm when doing so that you want to copy the entries.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FIN_SEPA008 - The default values delivered by SAP are being used ?

  The SAP error message FIN_SEPA008 indicates that the system is using default values for SEPA (Single Euro Payments Area) payment processing. This typically occurs when the necessary configuration or data for SEPA payment formats is not properly set up in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The SEPA payment format may not be fully configured in the system. This includes settings related to the payment method, bank details, and other relevant parameters.
  Default Values: The system defaults to standard values because it cannot find specific values that should be used for the payment processing.
  Incomplete Master Data: The vendor or customer master data may be incomplete or missing necessary information, such as IBAN or BIC codes.
  Payment Method Settings: The payment method used may not be correctly linked to the SEPA format or may not have the required settings.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code OBPM1 (Payment Methods in Country) and ensure that the payment method is correctly configured for SEPA.
  Verify that the SEPA format is correctly assigned to the payment method.
  
  
  
  Review Bank Details:
  
  Ensure that the bank details for the vendors/customers are complete. This includes checking for IBAN and BIC codes in the vendor/customer master data (transaction codes XK02 for vendors and XD02 for customers).
  
  
  
  Update Master Data:
  
  If any required fields are missing in the vendor or customer master data, update them accordingly.
  
  
  
  Check Payment Program Settings:
  
  Review the settings in the payment program (transaction code F110) to ensure that the SEPA payment format is selected and configured correctly.
  
  
  
  Test Payment Run:
  
  After making the necessary changes, perform a test payment run to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SEPA Compliance: Ensure that your organization is compliant with SEPA regulations, which may require specific formats and data.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to SEPA payments. You can search for notes in the SAP Support Portal.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for detailed guidance on configuring SEPA payments, including the necessary steps and requirements.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the FIN_SEPA008 error and ensure that your SEPA payment processing is functioning correctly.